TELPAS Grades 6-7
Writing
Writing
Practice for the Writing section of the TELPAS grades 6-7 with prompts that include comparing and contrasting, retelling and summarizing a story, and describing past events. These Writing prompts are designed to mimic the exact style, rigor, and topics of the TELPAS Writing exam.
Questions are aligned to the Texas English Language Proficiency Standards (ELPS) and Reporting Categories.
Similarities and Differences
Similarities and Differences
The writing prompts require students to use routine and academic vocabulary, along with proper grammar usage, to effectively compare and contrast two topics in a constructed response. This exercise helps students enhance their analytical skills while reinforcing their command of English language conventions in writing.
Each question includes the TELPAS Twelve-Point Writing Rubric for Grades 4 through 12 and an advanced-high scoring sample response.
Similarities and Differences | Types of Homes
Similarities and Differences | Types of Homes
Similarities and Differences | Seasons
Similarities and Differences | Seasons
Similarities and Differences | Texas Landscapes
Similarities and Differences | Texas Landscapes
Similarities and Differences | Bodies of Water
Similarities and Differences | Bodies of Water
Tell a Story
Tell a Story
The writing prompts ask students to create a story with a clear beginning, middle, and end, using a provided picture for the middle. Students will use routine and academic vocabulary, along with proper grammar, to craft a coherent narrative and practice storytelling skills.
Each question includes the TELPAS Twelve-Point Writing Rubric for Grades 4 through 12 and an advanced-high scoring sample response.
Tell a Story | Meal Time
Tell a Story | Meal Time
Tell a Story | A Party
Tell a Story | A Party
Tell a Story | An Experiment
Tell a Story | An Experiment
Tell a Story | On The Bus
Tell a Story | On The Bus
In the Past
In the Past
The writing prompts ask students to describe a past event, using appropriate vocabulary and grammar. Students will focus on clearly expressing the sequence of events and details, while practicing their ability to write about past experiences in a coherent and structured manner.
Each question includes the TELPAS Twelve-Point Writing Rubric for Grades 4 through 12 and an advanced-high scoring sample response.
In the Past | A Family Tradition
In the Past | A Family Tradition
In the Past | Family Vacations
In the Past | Family Vacations
In the Past | A Great Book
In the Past | A Great Book
In the Past | Learning Something New
In the Past | Learning Something New
Speaking
Speaking
Practice for the Speaking section of the TELPAS grades 6-7 with prompts that include discussing hypothetical scenarios, comparing pictures, explaining how to complete different tasks, and recalling information. These Speaking prompts are designed to mirror the structure, complexity, and subject matter of the TELPAS Speaking exam.
Questions are aligned to the Texas English Language Proficiency Standards (ELPS) and Reporting Categories.
Short Response Prompts
Short Response Prompts
These speaking prompts require students to talk about hypothetical situations. Students will use routine and academic vocabulary, as well as proper grammar, to describe the image and express ideas clearly in 45 seconds. These prompts assess students' ability to speak fluently, sequencing their responses logically while demonstrating comprehension of the content.
Each question includes the TELPAS Two-Point Speaking Rubric for Grades 4 through 12 and an advanced-high scoring sample response.
Imagine That | Birthday Party
Imagine That | Birthday Party
Imagine That | Favorite Sport
Imagine That | Favorite Sport
Imagine That | Classroom Tools
Imagine That | Classroom Tools
Imagine That | Safari
Imagine That | Safari
Imagine That | Water Park
Imagine That | Water Park
Imagine That | Treasure Map
Imagine That | Treasure Map
Extended Response Prompts
Extended Response Prompts
These speaking prompts require students to recall information, compare similarities and differences, and explain a process. Students will use routine and academic vocabulary and proper grammar to describe the image and express ideas clearly in 90 seconds. These prompts assess students' ability to speak fluently, sequencing their responses logically while demonstrating comprehension of the content.
Each question includes the TELPAS Four-Point Speaking Rubric for Grades 4 through 12 and an advanced-high scoring sample response.
Share an Experience | Family Trip
Share an Experience | Family Trip
Share an Experience | Group Project
Share an Experience | Group Project
Share an Experience | Helping a Friend
Share an Experience | Helping a Friend
Share an Experience | Something New
Share an Experience | Something New
Similarities and Differences | Family Meal
Similarities and Differences | Family Meal
Similarities and Differences | Hobbies
Similarities and Differences | Hobbies
Similarities and Differences | Musical Activities
Similarities and Differences | Musical Activities
Similarities and Differences | Studying
Similarities and Differences | Studying
Tell How | House Plant
Tell How | House Plant
Tell How | Banana Split
Tell How | Banana Split
Tell How | Make a Sanchwhich
Tell How | Make a Sanchwhich
Tell How | Organize Your Backpack
Tell How | Organize Your Backpack